BHS | Behavioral Health Systems Therapists in Abingdon, MD

Are you ready for a redo? Looking to grow and see your life flourish? Our therapists at Fresh Start Therapeutic Services are ready to help you do that and more! We provide support to children and adults to help with issues such as ADHD, behavioral difficulties, oppositional/defiant behavior, school concerns, depression, anxiety, poor social/communication skills, job skills training and support; housing concerns, financial management and planning and much, much more! We offer individual, couples and family therapy; medication management, therapeutic mentoring and groups.

Every day we have a choice in life, do we repeat or evolve? Working together, we will create a treatment plan to help you live your best life. A motivated adolescent or adult can successfully change their perceptions regarding their trauma, anxiety, and/or depression through detailed, science-based exercises that will help them create attainable goals and master techniques to create lasting behavioral change. An ideal client will commit to and engage in consistent therapy and is willing to identify what is important to them for growth and life success.

An ideal client would have clear communication needs, a desire for accurate information, and a willingness to engage in meaningful conversations. Some clients maybe dealing with such conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or PTSD, seeking help to manage and alleviate their symptoms. Clients might be interested in therapy to develop healthier ways to cope with stress, work or major life changes. Clients want therapy to relieve distress, improve relationships, enhance well-being, personal growth, trauma recovery, coping skills and empowerment.

Global Healthcare Systems, Inc is an outpatient mental health clinic with 5 psychiatric nurse practitioners (CRNP-PMH), 7 licensed clinical social workers (LCSW-C), 1 Phd clinical psychologist(LCPC-S, PhD), 1 clinical art therapist (ATR, LCPAT) and many licensed therapists. We provide medication refills, medication management, case management and therapy (individual, family and group). We also provide addiction counseling, medication assisted treatment (Suboxone) for patient with substance abuse concerns and primary care as well.

NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in working with children, teens & young adults. In order to find the courage to change, I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment which creates trust, compassion, and understanding. This caring environment encourages the development of new positive coping skills, insight, and self-awareness, all needed to make the necessary changes to live a happy and healthy life. I use a variety of tools and techniques from Art, Play, & Child-Centered Therapy to an Eclectic approach, as therapy is uniquely tailored for each individual client.

Navigating through life sometimes require overcoming roadblocks, turbulence, and unexpected obstacles. In fact, our thoughts, feelings, and actions can often determine how resilient or fast we may bounce back from some of life’s most difficult challenges. If you are currently experiencing, or have experienced some of life’s challenges and would like a little help along your journey, I am the professional for you.

Our approach to counseling is client centered which helps to empower clients to understand their own strengths and how to use that power to make the changes that they desire to see manifest in their lives. Together we achieve the goals established in counseling by the client. We will explore what is possible in the lives of those who struggle to see the bright side of what they are facing in the moment. We just believe that all things are possible! We believe that healing takes place through our counseling practice as we engage clients in this process, lives are changed!

You are in charge of your happiness! I believe it takes 3 steps to find your happiness....think, talk, and trust. I will be there to guide you along the way. I am passionate about working with children and teens. I believe that reaching the children first is the best way to get to becoming a happy adults. I believe that if the focus is you and your way of thinking, you can go find the happiness that you have been looking for.

Therapy is not education or advice-giving. People are unique, so elements of therapy are tailored because healing is different for everybody. My treatment approach is an atmosphere were you can speak your mind safely, to someone who listens, listens intelligently, and cares is important. I believe a successful counseling experience depends on the therapists ability to understand and respect the unique concerns, background, and context of each patient. I am committed to achieving such an understanding in every counseling relationship.

Life can be challenging, and sometimes we need a hand to help us through dark moments. Asking for help is a strength, and you deserve respect for your bravery in getting this far in your search. It is an honor to work with my clients to help them accomplish their life and relationship goals. We do our best work when we feel comfortable, therefore my practice is based on compassion and acceptance. Sometimes emotions and situations are overwhelming. However, it doesn't have to be that way. Allow me to help empower you to gain control over your life. Learn new ways to cope with your world and your relationships.

Erika has the desire to treat her clients from a holistic lens as she believes treating the client as a whole is important. She believes that the mind-body connection is a powerful one and believes in utilizing techniques that support that connection. She wants her clients to feel understood, seen and heard. Believes that being herself with her clients will allow them room to feel safe to be themselves as well. She works from an empathetic and non judgmental point of view. Erika's goal is to make her clients comfortable enough to open up about anything they may be dealing with and to help them understand themselves on a deeper level

Bernadette Pruitt, LCPC, provides an empathetic and liberating environment to facilitate growth. She believes that her attentive and open approach is pivotal in developing a genuine connection in therapy. Bernadette creates an open space for identifying concerns, setting and evaluating goals, and discovering solutions. A few of Bernadette’s goals are to assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves, resolving relational discord, accepting difficult changes, and navigating the world with a healthier outlook. Bernadette is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology

As a therapist, I use an eclectic approach pulling from various methods to best meet your individual needs. I also work closely with other practitioners as needed. My clients often find me to be relaxed, empathic and nurturing. My style is marked by warmth, empathy, candor and a bit of humor. I work to build a respectful, trusting environment where clients feel confident and safe discussing their issues. As a state-approved clinical supervisor, I provide a safe, respectful environment for LGPC's to pursue their state licensure. I now have telehealth available for therapy as well as supervision.

I offer help by fostering a therapeutic relationship that promotes vulnerability and trust between the client and myself. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is to cultivate a nonjudgmental environment in which both parties can feel safe to be completely honest to solve the issue at hand. I offer experience in CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.